Analyst, PTP

Maersk; Chennai District; On-site; INR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Work-life balance

Diverse career paths

Innovation culture

Job summary

Maersk in Chennai invites applications for an entry-level role supporting day-to-day accounting and admin operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in standard processes. The position focuses on routine financial activities and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will handle accounts payable/receivable, billing, cost and budget analysis, and contribute to monitoring revenue and expenses, while developing accounting knowledge through training and hands-on experience in a global

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, accounting, or related discipline.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Knowledge of standardized accounting procedures.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work with routine processes and follow established guidelines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic proficiency in MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure compliance.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and invoicing.
• Allocate and analyze costs; support variance analysis.
• Assist in budgeting and monitoring annual revenue and expenses.
• Perform accounting and administrative tasks to support operations.
• Follow defined processes and handle routine activities independently.
• Escalate non-routine issues to senior colleagues.
• Acquire job and business knowledge through training and learning.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or accounting

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

At Maersk, we are a global leader in integrated logistics, pioneering the industry for over a century. Our commitment to innovation and transformation continuously redefines the boundaries of what’s possible—setting new benchmarks for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

We believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning, and strive to ensure our people reflect the customers we proudly serve. With a workforce of over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade.

Join us as we leverage cutting-edge technologies and create global opportunities. Let’s sail together towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

Purpose of the role

The role is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting and administrative operations by executing standardized processes accurately and efficiently, while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting principles, regulations, and company policies. The position involves handling routine financial and operational activities, resolving issues within defined guidelines, and escalating non-routine matters when required.

You will be Responsible for:

• Overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with applicable regulations, accounting principles, and established standards.
• Managing accounting activities related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, invoicing, cost accounting, and budget accounting, as applicable to the assigned area.
• Allocating and analyzing direct and indirect costs and supporting actual-versus-budgeted cost variance analysis.
• Supporting the development and monitoring of annual revenue and expense budgets to help control funds and measure operating performance.
• Performing skilled technical, administrative, and operational tasks to support accounting and business operations.
• Executing specialized activities within defined processes, standards, and established operating procedures.
• Working independently on tasks of limited scope and complexity while exercising judgment within defined boundaries and guidelines.
• Applying standardized work routines, methods, facts, and information to complete assigned responsibilities accurately and efficiently.
• Identifying and resolving routine issues independently while escalating non‑routine or complex problems to experienced colleagues or supervisors.
• Applying job‑related training and on‑the‑job experience to execute accounting and administrative activities effectively.
• Supporting operational teams through accurate, timely, and efficient execution of assigned accounting and administrative tasks.
• Adapting to established processes and procedures while making appropriate departures from standard processes, where required, to resolve operational issues.
• Developing job and business knowledge through training, hands‑on experience, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Knowledge of standardized accounting and administrative procedures.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work with routine processes and follow established guidelines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.

What We Offer:

• Impact: Be part of a team that directly contributes to global accounting.
• Opportunity: Unlock professional and personal growth through diverse career pathways.
• Innovation: Work with a team that embraces technology and continuous improvement.
• Global Exposure: Collaborate across geographies and cultures.
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your well‑being.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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